OSVDB ID: 20416 Title: OpenVPN TCP Mode accept() Function Failure NULL Dereference DoS |
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Description |
OpenVPN contains a flaw that may allow a remote denial of service. The issue is triggered when handling specially crafted TCP packets, and will result in loss of availability for the service by a NULL dereference (coredump) in the openVPN daemon. |
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Remote / Network Access
Attack Type: Denial of Service Impact: Loss of Availability Exploit: Exploit Unknown Disclosure: OSVDB Verified |
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Upgrade to version 2.0.4 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds. |
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Unknown or Incomplete |